Transfer 5! (Week 33)

Hello everyone! Hope everyone has had a fantastic week! Where does the time even go? It seems like just a few weeks ago I reported to the MTC and now here we are about to be five transfers into Japan. Just crazy. As far as transfers go, the big news is that I won't be transferring from the wonderful area of Kunitachi, but I can't same the same for my companion. Elder Yara will be transferring to Odawara and my new companion will be Elder Ramos. I met Elder Ramos once before when we hiked Mt. Takao several weeks ago. He seems way cool so I am excited for this upcoming transfer! Also excited to be in Kunitachi again. The Ward members are just so great here. Recently we have had a lesson and a meal every week and we are already almost fully scheduled for the month of May as well! Exciting! Great people, great food. What more could you ask for?

For those that don't know (because I haven't written in 2 weeks), about two weeks ago, I was diagnosed with Bell's Palsy. What that means is, I got sick and a little stressed and that caused some nerve damage. The muscle is the right side of my face became paralyzed. At first it was pretty scary. I had never heard of Bell's Palsy before and wasn't sure what to expect. I spent a lot of time at the doctor recently. Seeing a nerve specialist, had to get an MRI, lots of meds, and all that fun stuff. When I wasn't seeing a doctor, I was praying. Let me tell you, it hasn't been easy, but my testimony of prayer and faith has been strengthened beyond anything I could have imagined. In the past few days, the nerves have begun to heal and I have begun to regain control of the muscle. At my most recent doctors visit, I was told that I should be fully healed within the next two or three months. I fully stand by the fact that it was nothing short of lots of answered prayers that allowed me to not only begin recovery but experience growth through trials.

To everyone at home, I just love you so much. I will never be able to express the gratitude I have for all the prayers offered on my behalf and the strength and support I receive from you every day. As for me, I am getting better every day and I appreciate the love from across the world. Until next week, 皆さん愛しています!

サドラー長老